Circus Berlin has been mesmerising audiences with its first ever show at Ascot Racecourse. The show, from the producers of Moscow State Circus, draws together international talent featuring high wire walkers, whirl wind jugglers and the perilous Globe of Death. David Fitzgerald, general manager at C

The chief executive of the Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (FHFT) has said job security could be threatened if the trust cannot set up a wholly owned subsidiary. The trust, which runs Wexham Park Hospital and Ascot’s Heatherwood Hospital, wants to transfer staff in non-clinical roles including h

A teenage boy was kicked and punched on a train travelling between Sunningdale and Ascot railway stations on Wednesday, July 31. British Transport Police is appealing for witnesses following the incident which took place between 12.30pm and 12.50pm. The victim boarded a train at Egham station. Durin

A concert at Ascot Racecourse was cancelled on Saturday due to high winds and damage to the main stage. Artists including Jessie J, Tinie Tempah and DJ Charlesy and Go West were set to perform to crowds after the Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup. Punters who paid for the tickets can now expect a 50 per

A series of bookmakers are having their licences reviewed after allowing an underage person to place a bet at Royal Ascot. Royal Borough officers carried out age verification tests at the popular race last month. Of 17 operators tested, seven allowed a 16-year-old to place a £5 bet and now face regu

The Marist School has appointed Mrs Joanne Smith as principal starting on September, 1 2019. She said: “I am thrilled to be joining The Marist School in September. “The Marist values resonate with me, both personally and professionally, being strongly aligned to mine as a committed Catholic. “I am

Heathfield School has appointed Rachel Whitton as the new director of pastoral. She said: “I am delighted to join Heathfield School and am dedicated to nurturing the pupils in our care to ensure that each and every girl progresses during her time at Heathfield and continues to strive to be the best

Protesters accused the Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust of ‘creeping towards privatisation’ during a demonstration today. The trust, which runs Wexham Park Hospital and Ascot’s Heatherwood Hospital, is planning to set up a wholly owned subsidiary company to run some of its non-clinical support se

Two men have been charged with drug offences in Ascot. David Baker, 62, of St Andrews Court and Mark Haime, 47, of no fixed abode were both charged with one count of conspiracy to supply class A drugs and one count of money laundering on Friday, July 12. The charges are in relation to incidents that

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A teenage drug-driver who hit and killed two pedestrians in Sunninghill did not commit an unlawful killing, an inquest has found. Max Coopey, 18, of The Burlings, Ascot, drove into 48-year-old Jason Imi, from Twickenham, and 61-year-old John Shackley from Deanshanger, near Milton Keynes, on the ev

Ascot Racecourse welcomed more than 290,000 people for a successful five days of Royal Ascot last week. The world famous horse racing event was once again enjoyed by people from all over the world, including The Queen. Cllr David Hilton, cabinet member for Ascot, said: “This year’s Royal Ascot week

A developer has been asked to address concerns raised by councillors before a decision will be made on two new blocks of flats in Queens Hill Rise. Searchfield Homes Ltd submitted a planning application to the Royal Borough to demolish a large house and outbuildings and create 18 flats. A basement c

Police arrested 26 people for a variety of offences at Royal Ascot this year. A total of 292,000 racegoers attended the festival this year, descending on Ascot from Tuesday, June 18 to Saturday, June 22. While the majority behaved well, Thames Valley Police officers did have to step in on some occas

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Around 150 people worked their way through 300 sausages and burgers, heaps of cake, tea, coffee and cool drinks at the annual Ascot family day on Saturday. Guests were entertained with acoustic music by musicians from Wokingham, Crowthorne, Ascot, Bracknell and Reading. Aled Jones, one of the event’

The sun shone for female racegoers as they donned their finest hats and dresses on Royal Ascot’s Ladies Day today (Thursday). Thousands of punters from across the country made their way to Ascot for the third day of the race meeting, which began on Tuesday. The Queen, dressed in grey, arrived in her

Public services provider Serco has been appointed to provide weekly waste and recycling collections across Maidenhead and Windsor. The new contract will continue to offer weekly waste and recycling collections including food and general waste and mixed recycling, as well as the fortnightly subscribe

Armed police officers and search dogs will be at Royal Ascot as part of a larger policing operation. Despite low levels of crime recorded at the racing festival each year, a large police security force will be present to ensure the event runs smoothly. Taking place from Tuesday to Saturday, about 30

Preparation for Royal Ascot is underway, with 300,000 people expected to descend on the town next week. The Royal Borough, Thames Valley Police and racecourse officials have started getting ready for the racing festival, taking place from Tuesday, June 18 to Saturday, June 22. Work being carried out

As part of National Volunteers’ Week, more than 170 Thames Hospice volunteers enjoyed a special afternoon tea hosted at Royal Ascot Racecourse on Tuesday to celebrate their contribution to the charity. The singer, dancer and TV presenter Rosemarie Ford awarded long-service badges to many volunteers

South Western Railway workers have announced strike action during the week of Royal Ascot. The RMT Union announced today five days of strike action will take place from Tuesday, June 18 until Saturday, June 22. The action is in the long running dispute over rail safety and guards on trains. Mick C